Shoulder Pain – Rotator Cuff Syndrome

cuff-musclesRotator cuff syndrome is a fairly common shoulder condition. Your shoulder is a relatively unstable ball and socket joint designed to allow for maximum range of motion. This large range of motion depends upon the coordination of movement by a group or cuff of muscles (rotator cuff). Any imbalance or miscoordination of this muscles can cause them to get irritated and even lead to a tear on one or more of them.

Symptoms:

  • pain with lifting or reaching with the arm
  • pain trying to sleep on the affected side

Home Care Options

  • Practice proper posture and ergonomics
  • Rehabilitative exercises
  • Stretching
  • Icing

Office Care Options

  • Chiropractic joint manipulation
  • Active Release Techniques
  • Graston
  • Rehabilitative Exercises
  • PNF
  • Massage
  • Ergonomic and postural counseling

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